New York
Snakes in Queens County
4 species have been documented here, and none are venomous.
Every snake recorded in Queens County
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
Harmless
DeKay's Brownsnake
Storeria dekayi
Harmless
Eastern Milksnake
Lampropeltis triangulum
Harmless
Eastern Hognose Snake
Heterodon platirhinos
Harmless
Compiled from verified GBIF & iNaturalist observations. Informational only.
Snakes in Queens County: FAQ
- Are there venomous snakes in Queens County, New York?
- No venomous snakes have verified records in Queens County, New York. Every snake recorded here is harmless to humans, though any snake may bite defensively if handled.
- How many snake species live in Queens County, New York?
- 4 snake species have verified records in Queens County, New York.
- What is the most commonly seen snake in Queens County, New York?
- The Common Garter Snake is the most frequently reported snake in Queens County, New York, based on verified wildlife observations.